My Step-dad has Cancer*Update Post #51*

[critter crazy]

Well mom just called, and they finally have a surgery date Scheduled! He goes in for surgery on October 26! The plan is, to go in, and try to remove just the tumor, but If the tumor cannot be removed safely, they will then send in another surgeon, and remove his whole kidney. The problem with removing the Kidney, is that he will then be placed on Dialysis, which the doctors do not want, as he is on Blood thinners for his heart problems. I am very concerned for my Step-dad. especially since last week they stopped by for dinner, and he pretty much told all of us, he dosent expect to make it out of Surgery! Please pray for him, if you can!

[Catty1]

Prayers for your step-dad!

I wonder about his statement...if he is scared, or just being realistic in his own way.

It would be nice if his other kidney could take over, but I remember you saying that wasn't likely.

I hope they can remove just the tumour, and your step-dad will feel better and me more comfortable.

{{{hugs}}}

[critter crazy]

Prayers for your step-dad!

I wonder about his statement...if he is scared, or just being realistic in his own way.

It would be nice if his other kidney could take over, but I remember you saying that wasn't likely.

I hope they can remove just the tumour, and your step-dad will feel better and me more comfortable.

{{{hugs}}}

The doctors said his other Kidney isnt strong enough to take over. I also hope they can just remove the Tumor!

Knowing my dad, he is being realistic. He has never been on to mince words, he always tells you how it is.

Thanks catty!

[Alysser]

I really wish the best for your dad during surgery. I know how tough going through cancer is. My mom had breast cancer 2 years ago. (((hugs))) I'll be thinking of you, your dad, and your family.

[critter crazy]

Well dads surgery is Next friday, I will be driving up to Rochester to be with my mom that day. All next week he has tests everyday, till surgery day. Dad for the first time in his life, seems very scared. As are all of us. So far so good, all the tests have come back okay, they are just making sure he will be able to handle the surgery. Today he had a Ultrasound of his neck, as he has a blockage in his Artery, and yesterday they tested his heart, and gave him a stress test.

[Felicia's Mom]

Your step-dad is in my prayers.

[critter crazy]

well dad had his surgery today. he went in at 11:45am and didnt get out until after 5:00pm. he is till on the ventillator, and they still have him anestitised, as they are concerned about his lungs. he has COPD. but the surgery itself went great, and they were able to remove the tumor. they removed a piece of the tubing that connects his Kidney to his Bladder. so we are hoping this works!! We cannot go and see him till well after Noon tomarrow, as they want him to wake up Very slowly!! Hopefully he does okay, and has no complications.

I am thanking my brother for actually remembering his laptop!! woohoo. I went through some serious PT withdraws yesterday and today!! This Hotel is boring!!

[K9karen]

Oh Yay! I'm so glad the surgery went well! My mom had COPD so I know the docs have to do things slowly when it comes to the lungs. Thankfully they got the tumor. Praying for your stepdad's safe, comfortable, quick recovery.

[Karen]

Thank goodness the surgery went well, we'll be keeping him in our prayers for a good recovery. For the uninitiated, COPD is "Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease."